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Quicksilver Messenger Service


"At the Kabuki Theatre" is a live album by the American psychedelic rock band Quicksilver Messenger Service. The album was released in March 2007, although it features performances from the band's December 1970 concerts at the Kabuki Theatre in San Francisco. Quicksilver Messenger Service, formed in 1965 in San Francisco, is known for their role in the development of the psychedelic music scene. They're considered one of the key artists of the San Francisco sound, alongside bands like Jefferson Airplane and The Grateful Dead. The band lineup for "At the Kabuki Theatre" included Dino Valenti, Gary Duncan, John Cipollina, David Freiberg, and Greg Elmore, musicians known for their eclectic sound that blended rock with elements of jazz, blues, and folk. "At the Kabuki Theatre" serves as an authentic witness to Quicksilver Messenger Service's live prowess, capturing the band's improvisational spirit and musical versatility. It is known to feature extended renditions of various band classics, providing a different perspective on their work and demonstrating their skills in a live concert setting.